Model Maker jobs in Rockford, IL

Combined Metals is a premier North American processor and distributor of specialty strip and wire built through 50 years of growth and acquisition. Combined Metals is the largest independent processor and distributor of specialty strip and wire in North America.  With nine service centers, Combined Metals supports over 3,000 customers in the Aerospace, Defense, Nuclear, Medical, Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, Electrification, Automotive, and Consumer industries.  Decades of quality and reliability have made Combined Metals a chosen source in performance applications.

Position Functions:

• Select dies for proper set up by observing work orders
• Draw from stock and log on die sheet for restock
• Check wear rings for proper centering, polish, or grind to size as applicable
• Verify size using die pin and angle pin
• Mark off old size and angle; stamp new size and angle on die casting
• Place dies on die shelves or in die drawers
• Sort and stock dies by type (carbide/diamond, etc.) casing and wire size; inspect for defect
• Schedule dies to be refurbished or replaced
• Clean returned dies, removing rust, soap, and grease; may require light burnishing and buffing
• Submit purchase requests for new dies and equipment as needed; check with wire supervisor
• Train new die makers, if necessary
• Maintain the die room in a clean and neat fashion
• Properly use a micrometer
• Assist production manager and other operators as needed